I’m pretty stoked for this weekend of wine events. Two amazing wines are being released and I had the fortunate opportunity to score them before anyone else for review. In addition to these two killer juice releases, don’t miss out on a weekend of wine in Spokane.

Having an event and don’t see it on the list? Email me josh@nectarcoffeeandwine.com

All Weekend

Spokane Tasting Room Tour – Most Spokane tasting rooms are open. Check out this tasting room map for contact information, hours of operation and video reviews.

Enjoy great local wine at The Davenport, Left Bank Wine Bar, Niko’s Wine Bar

Friday, April 23

Vino Wine Shop: In store tasting with Basel Wine Cellars 3:00-5:30pm

Davenport Hotel: Live music from 8pm – midnight 20% off all food and drink if you mention you’re a Facebook fan.

Latah Creek Monarch Red Release: Latah Creek is excited to announce the release of their Monarch Red. This potential flagship red is a bold blend of 50% Zinfandel, and 25% each of Syrah and Cabernet. In addition to the wine, the bottle is adorned with the first “new” Latah Creek label in nearly 30 years. In a partnership with Spokane Artist Edward Gilmore, Latah Creek departs from their wildlife label with bold modern art as big as the wine! 5:00 – 7:00pm – DrinkNectar will be here!

Left Bank Wine Bar Concert: Ladies night at Left Bank Wine Bar on Friday April 23rd at 7:30pm! Kari Maguerite will be performing her own brand of dirty jazz as Colleen Rice plays her soulful pop tunes; 7:30-10:30, no cover charge

Rocket Market: The last time we did the tour of Italy, the class was packed, and we couldn’t accommodate all who wanted to attend. Matt has selected some fantastic Italian wines from many regions of the “boot” and you will be amazed at what thousands of years of experience does for producing quality wine. Barbaresco, Ripassa, Vin Santo and perhaps even a Barolo. $25 343-2253

Saturday, April 24

Whitestone Winery: Spring barrel tasting and BBQ. Come to the Whitestone Winery tasting room in Wilbur, WA (where they make the juice) for a great BBQ, new clothing and a sneak peek at future releases. 115 NE Main, Wilbur WA, 11am – 5pm

Nodland Cellars 2006 Cab Release: Last year a wine developed in the barrel that had such stunning quality and character that they held back from using it in their proprietors blend to save for a special release. This wine is the 2006 McClellan Vineyards Cabernet. With only 40 cases produced this extremely limited production will be made available ONLY to people on their mailing list. 4:00-9:00pm. DrinkNectar will be here!

Rocket Market – Saturday drop in tastings, complimentary pours 3-6pm

Sunday, April 25

Get out to a winery!

On the Radar

• April 30 – Barili Cellars Facebook friends and family appreciation. Barili is back in a big way with Viognier, Chardonnay, Barrelin’ Red and Cabernet Sauvignon; 4-8pm; 608 W. 2^nd Ave
• May 1 – Liberty Lake Cellars releases their newest masterpieces, Cab Franc and Syrah
• May 7-9 – Spring barrel tasting with 16 Spokane wineries including the opening of a brand new winery (Overbluff Cellars)